Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Pantry Chef

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Aramark
El Cajon, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Benefits

Disability Benefits

Concessions Cook

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EmployBridge
San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.00

Exact $24.00

Temporary

Temporary

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Training and Development

Training and Development

Cook

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US Navy
San Antonio, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite
Range $15.00 - $19.00

Range $15.00 - $19.00

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

GI Bill benefits

Navy cool certifications

Navy cool certifications

Pasta Cook

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California Pizza Kitchen
Temecula, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $21.90

Range $16.90 - $21.90

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Shifts

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

benefits

benefits

Excellent Training Program

Excellent Training Program

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Team Member Dining Discounts

Team Member Dining Discounts

Certified Restaurant Supervisor

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Red Lobster
Indio, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.50 - $25.00

Range $16.50 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

formal training program

formal training program

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Work-life balance

Work-life balance

team-oriented culture

team-oriented culture

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

5 Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Jose, CA - September 2026

Browse 5 entry level Chef jobs in San Jose, CA. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Jose, CA

Employers in San Jose, CA are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in San Jose, CA

Entry level Chef pay in San Jose, CA typically ranges from $49,900 per year to $49,900 per year, with average earnings near $49,900 per year or $24 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $49,900 per year
  • Average wage: $49,900 per year or $24 per hour
  • Highest wage: $49,900 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in San Jose, CA using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

  • Pay range
  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in San Jose, CA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in San Jose, CA create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in San Jose, CA include:

  • EmployBridge

Chef Job Benefits and Perks in San Jose, CA

Many entry level Chef jobs in San Jose, CA offer flexible schedule, Health Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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